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Monocacy Aqueduct – Catoctin Creek Aqueduct loop from Dickerson

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Montgomery County

Monocacy Aqueduct – Catoctin Creek Aqueduct loop from Dickerson

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3.3

(14)

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Monocacy Aqueduct – Catoctin Creek Aqueduct loop from Dickerson

08:10

107km

270m

Cycling

Hard bike ride. Very good fitness required. Mostly paved surfaces. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is accessible with public transport.

Last updated: May 19, 2026

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Chesapeake and Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Waypoints

Start point

Train Station

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3.15 km

Monocacy Aqueduct

Highlight • Bridge

This is a lovely bridge over the Chesapeake and Ohio Canal. It was built from 1829 to 1833 and is one of 12 such bridges to cross the canal. During …

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24.3 km

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail

Highlight (Segment) • Cycleway

The Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail is one of the East Coast's premier bicycle pathways. It follows the abandoned Chesapeake and Ohio Canal and runs from Washington, DC, to Cumberland, Maryland.

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32.9 km

Staircase and bridge from trail to Harper's Ferry

Highlight • Bridge

to get from trail to Harper's Ferry, you have to go up these stairs. There are bike racks at the base, or you carry your bike up with you

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53.3 km

View of the Potomac River from the Shepherdstown Bridge

Highlight • Viewpoint

Scenic views from the bridge crossing the bridge from West Virginia to Maryland. The MD-side of the bridge offers access to the C&O Canal tow path.

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72.2 km

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park Lock 34

Highlight • Historical Site

73.7 km

Harpers Ferry Tunnel and Railroad Bridges

Highlight • Bridge

From here, you can look up at the West Portal of the Harpers Ferry Tunnel. The tunnel is part of the B & O Railroad Potomac River Crossing, which is …

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74.5 km

View of Potomac River Rapids (C&O Canal Towpath)

Highlight • Viewpoint

One of my favorite rides! The trail is well maintained and smooth. So many spots to rest and take breathtaking pics

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88.3 km

The Catoctin Aqueduct, situated along the Chesapeake & Ohio (C&O) Canal in Maryland, was constructed between 1832 and 1834. The aqueduct served as a vital waterway infrastructure, allowing canal boats to cross over the Catoctin Creek.

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107 km

End point

Train Station

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

98.7 km

4.24 km

1.38 km

1.02 km

746 m

371 m

133 m

Surfaces

50.2 km

49.3 km

5.22 km

1.39 km

520 m

< 100 m

Elevation

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Monocacy Aqueduct – Catoctin Creek Aqueduct loop from Dickerson

Monocacy Aqueduct

Chesapeake and Ohio Canal Trail

Staircase and bridge from trail to Harper's Ferry

View of the Potomac River from the Shepherdstown Bridge

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park Lock 34

Harpers Ferry Tunnel and Railroad Bridges

View of Potomac River Rapids (C&O Canal Towpath)

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